Terms and Conditions

Last updated April 28, 2025

AGREEMENT TO OUR LEGAL TERMS

We are Algoverse Coding Academy LLC, doing business as Algoverse ("Company," "we," "us," "our"), a company registered in California, United States at 3101 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306. We operate the website https://algoverseairesearch.org/ (the "Site") and provide the Algoverse AI Research Program (the "Services").

Our AI Research Program guides high school and undergraduate students through hands-on research projects under the supervision of experienced mentors, culminating in the development of publishable research papers.

If you have questions, you can contact us at [email protected] or by mail at 3101 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States.

These Legal Terms constitute a legally binding agreement made between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity ("you"), and Algoverse Coding Academy LLC, concerning your access to and use of the Services. You agree that by accessing the Services, you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all of these Legal Terms. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH ALL OF THESE LEGAL TERMS, THEN YOU ARE EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED FROM USING THE SERVICES AND YOU MUST DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.

We will provide you with prior notice of any scheduled changes to the Services you are using. The modified Legal Terms will become effective upon posting or notifying you by email. By continuing to use the Services after the effective date of any changes, you agree to be bound by the modified terms.

The Services are intended for users who are at least 13 years of age. All users who are minors in the jurisdiction in which they reside (generally under the age of 18) must have the permission of, and be directly supervised by, their parent or guardian to use the Services. If you are a minor, you must have your parent or guardian read and agree to these Legal Terms prior to you using the Services. We recommend that you print a copy of these Legal Terms for your records.

1. OUR SERVICES

The information provided when using the Services is not intended for distribution to or use by any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation or which would subject us to any registration requirement within such jurisdiction or country. Accordingly, those persons who choose to access the Services from other locations do so on their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with local laws, if and to the extent local laws are applicable.

Our platform is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations. Specifically, we adhere to data privacy standards as outlined in laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), among others. We implement stringent measures to protect the personal information of our users and respect their privacy rights. If our services are used by minors, we ensure to comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other relevant child protection laws. We strive to provide a safe and secure online learning environment for all our users. We continuously review our compliance status and make adjustments as necessary to remain in alignment with these laws and any new legislative developments.

2. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

We have all rights, titles, and interests in and to the Services, including all related intellectual property rights. Our intellectual property includes but is not limited to the content, software, text, images, and other materials on our Site. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Services for your personal, non-commercial use. Any unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or modification of our intellectual property is prohibited.

3. USER REPRESENTATIONS

By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age to form a binding contract and that all registration information you submit is accurate and truthful. You agree to maintain the accuracy of such information and to promptly update it if necessary. You also represent that you are not a person barred from using the Services under applicable laws.

4. USER REGISTRATION

To access certain features of the Services, you may be required to register for an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if you provide any information that is false, inaccurate, not current, or incomplete.

5. PURCHASES AND PAYMENT

When making purchases through the Services, you agree to pay all applicable fees and charges. We accept various forms of payment, including credit cards and other payment methods as indicated on the Site. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars unless otherwise stated. We may change our prices and payment methods at any time without prior notice.

6. POLICY

Our policies, including those related to refunds, cancellations, and course completion, are outlined in detail in other sections of these Legal Terms. Please refer to those sections for specific information regarding our policies.

7. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

You are prohibited from using the Services for any unlawful purpose or in any way that could harm the Services or disrupt other users' enjoyment. Prohibited activities include but are not limited to:

Engaging in unauthorized access to the Services or other users' accounts.
Distributing viruses or other harmful computer code.
Harassing or defaming other users.
Using the Services for illegal or fraudulent purposes.
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks, including by using hacking tools or automated scripts.
Engaging in fraudulent activities, including payment fraud, chargeback abuse, or misrepresentation of identity.
Scraping or harvesting any content or data from the Services without our express written permission.

8. USER GENERATED CONTRIBUTIONS

Any content that you submit or post to the Services, such as comments, reviews, or other contributions, becomes the property of Algoverse. You grant us a perpetual, royalty-free, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content. You are responsible for ensuring that your contributions do not infringe on the rights of others.

9. CONTRIBUTION LICENSE

By submitting content to the Services, you grant us a license to use, modify, and distribute your content. This license is non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and transferable. You represent that you have the rights to grant this license and that your content does not infringe on any intellectual property rights.

10. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND CONTENT

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not endorse or have control over these third-party sites and are not responsible for their content. You should review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. SERVICES MANAGEMENT

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Services at our sole discretion. We are not liable for any modifications or discontinuations of the Services. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Services without notice or liability.

12. PRIVACY POLICY

Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for information on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

13. TERM AND TERMINATION

These Legal Terms will remain in effect until terminated by either party. We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Services at any time for any reason. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Services and we may delete your account and any associated data.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access immediately for any suspected fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity. We may also refuse service, terminate accounts, or modify access privileges at our sole discretion if we believe you present a risk to the security, integrity, or operation of the Services.

14. MODIFICATIONS AND INTERRUPTIONS

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue the Services at any time. We are not liable for any interruptions or errors in the Services. We may also periodically update these Legal Terms and will notify you of any significant changes.

15. GOVERNING LAW

These Legal Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action arising out of or related to these Legal Terms or the Services will be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of California.

16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Any disputes arising from or related to these Legal Terms or the Services will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). The arbitration will take place in Palo Alto, California.

17. CORRECTIONS

We reserve the right to correct any errors or inaccuracies in the Services or these Legal Terms. We may update or revise these Legal Terms at any time, and it is your responsibility to review them periodically for changes.

18. DISCLAIMER

The Services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the Services. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content or information provided through the Services.

19. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from or related to your use of the Services. Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Under no circumstances will we be liable for any losses or damages resulting from fraudulent or unauthorized use of your account or payment method. You are solely responsible for safeguarding your login credentials and payment information.

20. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from any claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, or expenses arising from or related to your use of the Services or any violation of these Legal Terms.

21. USER DATA

We may collect and use your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your data as described in our Privacy Policy.

22. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS, TRANSACTIONS, AND SIGNATURES

By using the Services, you consent to receiving electronic communications from us. These communications may include notices, agreements, and other information related to the Services. You agree that all communications and documents provided electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

23. SMS COMMUNICATIONS

Pricing Disclosure / Costs: Standard message and data rates may apply as determined by your carrier.

Message Frequency: You may receive up to 3 SMS messages per week regarding program updates and alerts.

How to Opt-Out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe. You will receive a confirmation message and no further SMS communications will be sent.

Customer Support Email: [email protected]

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

24. CALIFORNIA USERS AND RESIDENTS

If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under California law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information about your rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

25. MISCELLANEOUS

These Legal Terms and any policies or operating rules posted by us on the Services or in respect to the Services constitute the entire agreement and understanding between you and us. Our failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Legal Terms shall not operate as a waiver of such right or provision. These Legal Terms operate to the fullest extent permissible by law. We may assign any or all of our rights and obligations to others at any time. We shall not be responsible or liable for any loss, damage, delay, or failure to act caused by any cause beyond our reasonable control. If any provision or part of a provision of these Legal Terms is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision or part of the provision is deemed severable from these Legal Terms and does not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. There is no joint venture, partnership, employment or agency relationship created between you and us as a result of these Legal Terms or use of the Services. You agree that these Legal Terms will not be construed against us by virtue of having drafted them. You hereby waive any and all defenses you may have based on the electronic form of these Legal Terms and the lack of signing by the parties hereto to execute these Legal Terms.

26. COURSE COMPLETION

Our programs are designed to be interactive and participatory. We do not currently offer formal certification upon course completion. We do, however, expect users to actively participate and follow along with course material to gain the maximum benefit from our program.

27. CODE OF CONDUCT

All users are expected to maintain a respectful and professional attitude during interactions with other users and staff. Harassment, bullying, or any other disruptive or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Any user who violates these guidelines may be removed from the bootcamp without a refund.

28. RESEARCH OWNERSHIP

All course materials, including project specifications, are the intellectual property of Algoverse Coding Academy LLC. Users may not distribute, share, or use these materials for any purpose outside of personal learning and course-related projects. Users are permitted to display their completed projects in their personal portfolios, but they may not sell, distribute, or otherwise profit from these projects without our express written permission.

In addition to the existing terms regarding intellectual property, please note the following specific conditions related to the Algoverse AI Research Program:

Any research papers, projects, or similar works (collectively, "Research Papers") created, developed, or contributed to by students as part of the Algoverse AI Research Program are considered a collaborative effort between the student(s) and Algoverse Coding Academy. As such, Algoverse Coding Academy LLC retains joint ownership and rights over these Research Papers. This includes, but is not limited to, the right to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, display, and create derivative works from these Research Papers in any form and in any media.

Students may use the Research Papers for personal, educational, or portfolio purposes. However, they are not permitted to publish, sell, or distribute the Research Papers without the express written permission of Algoverse Coding Academy LLC. This ensures the integrity and confidentiality of the research work conducted under our program and aligns with our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.

For clarity, any contribution made by students to the Research Papers does not grant them ownership or exclusive rights to the entirety of the Research Papers. Algoverse Coding Academy LLC reserves the right to use the Research Papers for academic, promotional, or any other purposes, in alignment with our mission and objectives.

29. REFUND POLICY

Users may request a refund of their $50 deposit for the specific cohort in which they are enrolled prior to the program's start date (the date of the first scheduled Zoom lecture). The $50 deposit will be returned upon successful completion of the program, meaning the student has attended and actively participated in all required sessions. No deposit refunds will be issued for withdrawals after the program start date.

Tuition for the specific cohort is non-refundable once the program has commenced. Tuition charges begin automatically on the card used to pay the deposit on the program start date. The $50 deposit is a separate fee and does not offset tuition charges and does not apply to any subsequent cohorts or programs.

30. SUPPORT POLICY

Our program includes up to 12 weeks of live instructional support, including mentor-led sessions and office hours. After 12 weeks, participants may continue to receive asynchronous support at our discretion. For extended support beyond this period, participants may purchase additional support extensions at an additional cost.

31. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS

Users must have a computer with reliable internet access in order to participate in our courses. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that their technology setup meets this requirement.

32. FORCE MAJEURE

We will not be liable for any failure or delay in performance of our obligations under these Legal Terms due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, civil unrest, labor disputes, pandemics, governmental orders, or failures of telecommunications or internet services.

33. OUTCOMES DISCLAIMER

While we provide guidance and mentorship aimed at research publication, we make no guarantees regarding acceptance of any work, grades, college admissions, or professional outcomes. All outcomes depend on individual effort, third-party decisions, and external factors beyond our control.

34. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about these Legal Terms or the Services, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Address: 3101 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306, United States